Duties
Introductory Statement: The primary purpose of this position is to provide supervision of the Hurlburt Field USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program and functions as the central registrar for the Resource and Referral office.
Duties and Responsibilities: Directs, plans and develops policy objective for the CACFP implementation by Family Child Care (FCC) provider and Family Member Program (FMP) staff. Provides guidance on policies and procedures; monitors all aspects of program performance and ensures program agreements are carried out IAW appropriate guidelines. Contacts potential FCC providers and encourages their participation in the CACFP, typically through FCC Orientation. Serves as liaison between CACFP and other base and local organizations that represent the best interest of the program. Monitors all participation of FCC providers and FMP staff. Determines quality and quantity of meals served to children. Provides specific guidance to providers/staff for ensuring proper performance of specified duties. Inspects and evaluates all pertinent records which relate to CACFP; provides assistant as needed. Maintains files on participating providers and FMP activities. Designs and develops forms as needed for program use. Reviews and approves all menus. Responsible for all fiscal operations; develops budget plans and amendments and oversees budget execution. Responsible for maintaining data from participating providers and convert this data into claims for reimbursement. Submits all required reports to regional USDA office. Complies with all CACFP directives and participates as required in USDA Audits. Develops, adapts, and implements procedures and other resources to be used by the providers/staff to support program goals and objectives. Identifies potential problem areas, plans and initiates corrective action as needed. Provides guidance/instruction to other program personnel as required. Accomplishes all necessary requirements for childcare enrollment on the installation. Reports all enrollments, transfers or terminations of care to program managers. Completes all initial patron registration forms and notifies the appropriate childcare program of new enrollments. Establishes and monitors several different waiting lists for children ages 6 weeks through 12 years of age and ensure proper maintenance. Prepares weekly roster of enrolled children and ensures information is provided to each center. Tracks and maintains all enrollments and registrations of patrons for the child development programs, family childcare homes and school-age programs. Uses database or spreadsheet software to enter, revise, sort or calculate, and retrieve data for standard reports. Prepares schedules and conducts regular training workshops in nutrition education and other pertinent topics to all providers and staff. Performs other related duties as assigned.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 05/31/2025
Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference
In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
Qualifying Experience
Applicant must have progressively responsible experience in clerical or office work that provided a thorough knowledge of administrative principles and practices. Experience must have been sufficiently demanding to demonstrate ability to perform at this pay band level Must have knowledge of the USDA CACFP directives, policies, procedures, and nutritional requirements and familiarity with forms, records, file maintenance and computer-based programs related to the USDA food program. Ability to compile, research, reconcile, and record financial data and handle/account for monies collected. Knowledge of basic rules of grammar, spelling, capitalization, and punctuation, and of standard abbreviations.
Condition(s) of Employment: Must be 18 years of age, hold a high school diploma (or equivalent). Must be able to speak, read and write English. Must be able to satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical and provide proof of or obtain required immunizations. Employee must have a valid driver's license and have a good driving record if required to transport children. Must be able to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Successful completion and favorable adjudication of appliable background investigation (Tier 1 Level), State Criminal History Records Checks and Installation Records Check."This position has been identified as a Test Designated Position (TDP). The incumbent of this position will be subject to and must consent to a pre-employment and random drug testing.
You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:
Education
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does allow for education substitution in order to qualify.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Additional information
Introductory Statement: The primary purpose of this position is to provide supervision of the Hurlburt Field USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program and functions as the central registrar for the Resource and Referral office.
Duties and Responsibilities: Directs, plans and develops policy objective for the CACFP implementation by Family Child Care (FCC) provider and Family Member Program (FMP) staff. Provides guidance on policies and procedures; monitors all aspects of program performance and ensures program agreements are carried out IAW appropriate guidelines. Contacts potential FCC providers and encourages their participation in the CACFP, typically through FCC Orientation. Serves as liaison between CACFP and other base and local organizations that represent the best interest of the program. Monitors all participation of FCC providers and FMP staff. Determines quality and quantity of meals served to children. Provides specific guidance to providers/staff for ensuring proper performance of specified duties. Inspects and evaluates all pertinent records which relate to CACFP; provides assistant as needed. Maintains files on participating providers and FMP activities. Designs and develops forms as needed for program use. Reviews and approves all menus. Responsible for all fiscal operations; develops budget plans and amendments and oversees budget execution. Responsible for maintaining data from participating providers and convert this data into claims for reimbursement. Submits all required reports to regional USDA office. Complies with all CACFP directives and participates as required in USDA Audits. Develops, adapts, and implements procedures and other resources to be used by the providers/staff to support program goals and objectives. Identifies potential problem areas, plans and initiates corrective action as needed. Provides guidance/instruction to other program personnel as required. Accomplishes all necessary requirements for childcare enrollment on the installation. Reports all enrollments, transfers or terminations of care to program managers. Completes all initial patron registration forms and notifies the appropriate childcare program of new enrollments. Establishes and monitors several different waiting lists for children ages 6 weeks through 12 years of age and ensure proper maintenance. Prepares weekly roster of enrolled children and ensures information is provided to each center. Tracks and maintains all enrollments and registrations of patrons for the child development programs, family childcare homes and school-age programs. Uses database or spreadsheet software to enter, revise, sort or calculate, and retrieve data for standard reports. Prepares schedules and conducts regular training workshops in nutrition education and other pertinent topics to all providers and staff. Performs other related duties as assigned.
If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application:
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- This position requires satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks in accordance with Air Force and DoD policy, and a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation.
- This position has been identified as a Test Designated Position (TDP). The incumbent of this position will be subject to and must consent to a pre-employment and random drug testing.
- This position requires the incumbent to be able to obtain, maintain, and provide evidence of current immunizations this includes annual influenza vaccinations and be free of all communicable diseases.
- This position requires the incumbent to complete assigned training, to include Food Handlers certification, within specified time from date hire or assignment to position.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL), with airbrake endorsement appropriate for the size and type of vehicle operated. Must provide a current copy of driving record (within the last 90 days).
- This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 05/31/2025
Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference
In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
Qualifying Experience
Applicant must have progressively responsible experience in clerical or office work that provided a thorough knowledge of administrative principles and practices. Experience must have been sufficiently demanding to demonstrate ability to perform at this pay band level Must have knowledge of the USDA CACFP directives, policies, procedures, and nutritional requirements and familiarity with forms, records, file maintenance and computer-based programs related to the USDA food program. Ability to compile, research, reconcile, and record financial data and handle/account for monies collected. Knowledge of basic rules of grammar, spelling, capitalization, and punctuation, and of standard abbreviations.
Condition(s) of Employment: Must be 18 years of age, hold a high school diploma (or equivalent). Must be able to speak, read and write English. Must be able to satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical and provide proof of or obtain required immunizations. Employee must have a valid driver's license and have a good driving record if required to transport children. Must be able to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Successful completion and favorable adjudication of appliable background investigation (Tier 1 Level), State Criminal History Records Checks and Installation Records Check."This position has been identified as a Test Designated Position (TDP). The incumbent of this position will be subject to and must consent to a pre-employment and random drug testing.
You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:
Education
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does allow for education substitution in order to qualify.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Additional information
- Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
- U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal Affiliation or a signed memorandum indicating the installation's decision on the 3-year residency requirement.
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
- Direct deposit is required.
- Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
- A probationary period may be required.
- Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD).
- Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
- Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement.
- Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible.
- This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.
- This position is included in a bargaining unit.
- American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), Local 1897